Board Feature: Solving the Local Match Funding Dilemma – Town of Jonesville Streetscape Improvements Project
By: Randy Imler, Executive Director, Catawba Regional Council of Governments
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DDAA Monthly: September 2024
DDAA Monthly: September 2024 – We’re thrilled to announce the DDAA GIS Peer Meeting in Greenville, SC, this December—featuring member-led sessions on GIS and data use at Local Development Districts. Interested in leading a session? Submit your proposal by October 4! Plus, the deadline for DDAA’s 2025 Awards nominations is just around the corner—don’t miss your chance to recognize outstanding individuals in the field. Get all the details inside!
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Board Feature: Brighter Futures: Welding Bootcamp
By: Heather Feldman, Executive Director, Georgia Mountains Regional Commission Georgia Mountains Regional Commission’s (GMRC) Workforce Development; hereinafter referred to as WorkSource Georgia Mountains (WSGM), in collaboration with Hall County Salvation Army and Good News at Noon Ministries, launched a three-week program aimed at empowering persons experiencing homelessness. This program offered comprehensive welding training to equip […]
Continue ReadingDDAA Monthly: August 2024
For all your LDD news! DDAA Monthly Features Board Feature: 2024 DDAA Professional Development Seminar On July 16-17, DDAA held the 2024 Professional Development Seminar in Huntington, West Virginia. The seminar provided timely and relevant training to those who desired to improve their work skills and enhance their performance at their organization, from executive […]
Continue ReadingDDAA Solicits Nominations for 2025 Awards
The Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) Awards Committee is soliciting nominations for the 2025 Myers, Whisman, and Congressional Awards. These awards are presented each year to a deserving individual by the Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) at its annual conference in Washington, D.C. The deadline for submissions is September 30, 2024. More information […]
Continue ReadingDDAA Monthly: July 2024
DDAA Monthly: July 2024 – In this edition, we recap the success of the DDAA Leadership Development Seminar, featuring expert insights on loan compliance, HR practices, and leadership at Local Development Districts. Plus, hear highlights from Gayle Manchin’s vision for Appalachia and Audy Perry’s keynote on the region’s entrepreneurial spirit. We also feature the Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Development Board’s annual conference—packed with valuable professional development sessions. Dive in for all the details!
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Board Spotlight: Southern Tier’s Annual Local Government Training Conference
By: Richard Zink, Executive Director, Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Development Board
Continue ReadingDDAA Monthly: June 2024
DDAA Monthly: June 2024 -We’re excited to announce that Eastgate Regional Council of Governments has successfully secured over $19 million in funding for 10 projects through the Appalachian Community Grant Program. Plus, learn about the highlights from their 2024 Annual Meeting, celebrating major accomplishments like the funding for Mahoning River dams. Also, don’t miss out on the upcoming DDAA Professional Development Seminar in Huntington, WV, packed with valuable insights on funding, talent attraction, and networking opportunities. Read on for more!
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Board Spotlight: Annual Meeting and ACGP Award Announcement for Eastgate Regional Council of Governments
By: Kathy Zook, Appalachian Regional Commission Program Manager, Eastgate Regional Council of Governments
Continue Reading2025 Annual Conference: Call for Session Proposals
The Development District Association of Appalachia is holding its Annual Conference in Arlington, Virginia from March 9-12, 2025. We plan to share cutting-edge ideas, highlight success stories and lessons learned, and engage with other LDDs during our annual gathering. DDAA is seeking compelling session proposals to ensure a comprehensive program. Session proposals should address topics and trends that reflect the wide-ranging needs and interests of member region, states or LDDs, with a focus on this year’s theme of Together Towards Tomorrow. We are searching for powerful session proposals that align with Appalachian Regional Commission’s 5 strategic goals.
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